Manager Financial Planning and Cost Analysis

Highmark Health • Washington, DC

5d • Onsite

About The Position

JOB SUMMARY This job manages all facets of the planning/forecasting cycles for the Organization. These facets include but are not limited to: reporting, financial analysis, variance analysis, bid process support, administrative cost allocations, forecast model enhancement, and the period to period risk and opportunities process. The incumbent manages the completion of other ad-hoc financial planning activities and assist in the development and review of business cases for strategic initiatives. Train, coach and develop staff members. ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES Perform management responsibilities to include, but are not limited to: involved in hiring and termination decisions, coaching and development, rewards and recognition, performance management and staff productivity. Plan, organize, staff, direct and control the day-to-day operations of the department; develop and implement policies and programs as necessary; may have budgetary responsibility and authority. Direct the completion of revenue, claim and administrative expense components of the forecast and communicate results to Senior Management. Provide cost information support and prepare cost reports consistent with allocation methodologies to the business. Manage the completion of various ad-hoc financial analyses and communicate results to Sr leadership. Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business Administration, Accounting or related field or relevant experience and/or education as determined by the company in lieu of bachelor's degree.
• 5 years in Finance
• 3 years in a management role
• Business Consulting
• Analytical Skills
• Business Process Improvement
• Business Analysis
• Developing Relationships
• Leadership
• Financial Forecasting and Modeling
• Operational Planning
• Written & Oral Presentation Skills
• Prioritizing

Nice To Haves

• Master's Degree in Finance, Business Administration, Accounting or related field
• Certified Management Accountant (CMA)
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA)

Responsibilities

• Perform management responsibilities to include, but are not limited to: involved in hiring and termination decisions, coaching and development, rewards and recognition, performance management and staff productivity.
• Plan, organize, staff, direct and control the day-to-day operations of the department; develop and implement policies and programs as necessary; may have budgetary responsibility and authority.
• Direct the completion of revenue, claim and administrative expense components of the forecast and communicate results to Senior Management.
• Provide cost information support and prepare cost reports consistent with allocation methodologies to the business.
• Manage the completion of various ad-hoc financial analyses and communicate results to Sr leadership.
• Other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager